A review by kwjonesie79
A Whole New Ballgame by Phil Bildner

4.0

My last book off the SSYRA 2017 list! I didn't think that this one would appeal to me personally, but I actually got really into it. The book is long for kids, but the chapters are short and it really sticks to the important plot highlights & character details rather than getting mired down in irrelevant info so it is still an achievable read. Loved the diversity in this book. And I got a little attached to Mr. Acevedo, who at first I didn't like because he was a little too unprofessional for me, but as a school system rebel myself, I loved his "do what's best for kids, not scores" attitude. I don't think it would be a very exciting read-aloud, but it's a great chapter book to get sports lovers reading.